How to Avoid Long-Distance Charges When Calling Abroad

Make calls over the internet instead of your carrier's voice network. As long as both sides are online, there's no per-minute fee.

Where charges come from

Charges usually apply when a call routes through a phone network, especially to other countries or to special numbers. Internet calls skip that route.

You can test this yourself with GhostCall's browser calling.

Alternatives

Browser calls cost nothing beyond data. Only look at a carrier's international add-on if you need to call ordinary phone numbers abroad.

Watch for hidden costs

Roaming data, premium numbers and calling cards with fees can add up. Calling over Wi-Fi avoids most of them.

Common questions

Do both people need internet?

Yes.

Can I call a landline abroad?

Not through browser-to-browser calling.

Is it okay for business calls?

Yes for informal ones, but check whether your business needs a regular phone number.